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 The sea can be a dangerous and unpredictable environment; this
challenge is what part of what makes sailing such a great adventure.
With this in mind we take the
safety of our guests very seriously at Topsail Adventures and ensure that not only do we carry the latest safety equipment but that we know how to use it. Find out more here about a few of
the ways that we strive to make your adventure as safe as it is enjoyable.
- We use a Seaworthy Vessel: Scillonian Pilot Cutters
were built to sail out into the Atlantic off the Scilly
Isles in all weathers with only a man, a boy and a pilot on board. They were
designed to be safe, seaworthy and manageable in all conditions. In addition to
this fine heritage Amelie Rose is coded to MCA Category 2 – the UK
standard for charter vessels operating up to 60NM from safe haven.
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We use only Qualified Skippers: All Skippers are qualified to at least
RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore standard with a Commercial
Endorsement.
- We ensure that First Aid is always available: There
will usually be two qualified first aiders on board.
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We provide the best Modern Safety Equipment: Although we are often keen
to eschew modern ways of doing things, this ethos does not extend to the safety
of our guests and crew. Amelie Rose is equipped with the latest in safety
equipment including;
- SOLAS B Liferafts
- Automatic Life Jackets and Harnesses
- EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon)
- Radar (with Mini ARPA plotting aid)
- DSC VHF Radio.
- We practice to ensure that the Best Procedures are
in place: The best ship and the most modern safety gear in the world are no use
unless the crew know how to use them. With this in mind we will always start
each adventure with a safety briefing, and regularly practice man overboard drills.
Whilst we hope never to have to use it Amelie Rose will be covered by a
comprehensive Insurance Policy that includes third party liability of up to
£2,000,000.
If any member of your party suffers from any condition that may affect their
health or safety during the adventure (e.g. allergies, diabetes, asthma, heart
condition, restricted mobility, epilepsy, coordination problems, hearing
impairment, visual problems, learning disability, physical disability) or if
they are pregnant or on medication that could be affected by seasickness, we do
ask that they disclose this to us in order that we can make provision for their
safety. This information will be treated in the strictest confidence and any
records of it will be destroyed at the end of the adventure.
We do ask you to ensure that you bring appropriate warm
clothing, spare clothes, sun cream, hats etc. as no-one functions well when
they are cold, wet or suffering from sunburn or heat stroke. Flat non marking
footwear with a reasonable level of grip should be worn at all times when
underway aboard Amelie Rose and wet weather gear is available in various sizes
if you don’t have your own.
Lastly, we do ask that you follow any reasonable directions
of the Skipper and mate at all times when aboard Amelie Rose or her dinghy. |
